Corrections Dept. Holds Public Meeting

12/03/12 6:06AM

The Vermont Department of Corrections wants
to hear from the public about its operations ranging from transitional housing
in Vermont's communities to the operation of its prisons.

The first of four quarterly meetings planned
during the next year is set for Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. at Vermont Interactive Television locations around
the state.

Corrections Commissioner Andrew Pallito says
he's hoping members of the public, including those with an interest in
corrections issues, will attend the session and provide their thoughts to the
department.

The department's planning chief, Monica
Weeber, says the town meetings mark a shift for the department in getting
public input. It previously relied on a Citizens' Advisory Group.